Job Title: Education Officer (Gender) – NOB
Organization: UNICEF
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Contract Type: Temporary Appointment (364 days)
Level: NO-2
Application Deadline: 18 November 2025
Salary: Competitive
About UNICEF
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Purpose of the Assignment
As an Education Officer (Gender), you will support UNICEF’s ECW MYRP II program by promoting gender equality and girls’ education outcomes. Reporting to the Gender and Development Manager and Education Manager, your role is central to integrating gender across education programs and supporting gender-targeted interventions.
You will:
- Ensure gender mainstreaming in all MYRP II initiatives.
- Support capacity-building for partners on gender-transformative education in emergencies.
- Strengthen partnerships with women-led organizations (WLOs) to enhance girls’ education outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Management & Delivery of Results:
- Coordinate training for partners on gender-transformative programming in Education in Emergencies and Protracted Crises (EiEPC).
- Support strategic alliances with WLOs for sustainable gender interventions.
- Facilitate cross-sectoral collaboration to achieve shared goals for girls’ and women’s empowerment in education.
Monitoring & Knowledge Sharing:
- Provide technical advice to ensure effective gender integration in program design and implementation.
- Assist partners in capacity building and training material development.
- Monitor and report progress against gender-related deliverables in the MYRP II program.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Gender, Social Sciences, International Development, Public Administration, or a relevant field.
- Minimum 2 years’ professional experience in gender integration in education in emergencies.
- Experience working with government and partners to increase girls’ enrolment and support female teachers.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver gender-focused programs in humanitarian settings.
- Fluency in English; working knowledge of Hausa. Knowledge of other UN languages is a plus.
- Familiarity with Northeastern Nigeria is highly desirable.
What UNICEF Offers
- Competitive salary for the temporary assignment.
- Opportunities to work in a high-impact humanitarian context.
- Professional development through hands-on experience in gender-transformative education programs.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment with flexible arrangements where possible.
Applicant Tips
- Highlight your experience in gender integration in education in emergencies.
- Showcase partnerships with women-led organizations or government entities.
- Emphasize skills in capacity-building, training, and knowledge management.
- Ensure all academic and professional credentials are attached.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is this role open to international applicants?
Yes, but preference is given to candidates with experience in Nigeria,
especially the Northeast region.
Q: Is this a remote or in-office role?
Based in Maiduguri, Borno State, with field visits as required.
Q: What is the duration?
Temporary appointment for 364 days.
Q: Are there benefits?
Yes, UNICEF provides paid parental leave, reasonable accommodations, and
flexible working options for staff with disabilities.
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How to Apply
Apply through the official UNICEF Careers Portal before 18 November 2025. Make sure to attach all required documents and include a cover letter highlighting your gender integration experience.